Bronze Elephant Bells much like this one are hung about the Elephant's neck so the Mahouts (Elephant Handlers) can more easily locate their animals while they are out feeding in the jungles. This bell has a small ball in the interior creates pleasing tones as it rolls with the Swinging Movement of these Gentle Giants. These same bells are also placed on larger Water Buffalos. This Large Bronze Bell measures about 5 1/2" tall and is approx. 3 1/2" at its widest.